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How to Travel from

Rapid City to Ames

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Rapid City to Des
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.38–$1,020.55
Plane from Rapid City to Waterloo
Ave. Duration:
5h 13m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$280.65–$1,211.90

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Rapid City to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.11–$459.25

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Rapid City to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.65–$956.76

Bus operators

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Rapid City to Sioux
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.96–$153.08
Bus from Sioux Falls to Albert
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.55–$95.68
Bus from Albert Lea to Ames
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.17–$76.54

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Ames?

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Ames is to drive which costs $103.26 - $152.17 and takes 9h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rapid City to Ames?

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Ames is to fly which takes 6h 34m and costs $250 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Ames?

No, there is no direct bus from Rapid City to Ames. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Ames via Sioux Falls and Albert Lea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 50m.

How far is it from Rapid City to Ames?

The distance between Rapid City and Ames is 900 km. The road distance is 974 km.

How do I travel from Rapid City to Ames without a car?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Ames without a car is to bus which takes 13h 50m and costs $108.70 - $282.61 .

How long does it take to get from Rapid City to Ames?

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Rapid City to Ames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rapid City to Ames bus from?

Rapid City to Ames bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Rapid City station.

Bus or fly from Rapid City to Ames?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Ames is to fly which takes 6h 34m and costs $250 - $521.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $282.61 and takes 13h 50m.

Where does the Rapid City to Ames bus arrive?

Rapid City to Ames bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Sioux Falls station.

What is the time difference between Rapid City and Ames?

Ames is 1h ahead of Rapid City. It is currently 00:44 in Rapid City and 01:44 in Ames.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Ames?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Ames is 974 km. It takes approximately 9h 11m to drive from Rapid City to Ames.

Where can I stay near Ames?

There are 37+ hotels available in Ames. Prices start at $51.95 per night.
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